Senior Director, Operations Excellence
Charlton, MA, US, 01507
Are you a Transformation Leader looking for:
- An Impactful Leadership Role where you'll play a key role in shaping the operational strategy of a global leader in medical devices, driving transformative initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and cost-efficiency across multi-site operations.
- An Innovative Environment in which you will lead the charge in continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma, Shingo, and cutting-edge methodologies, while fostering innovation with Factory 4.0 initiatives like AI and data analytics for smarter manufacturing.
- A Cross-Functional Collaboration where you can engage with executive leadership and collaborate across diverse departments, building strong networks within both the US and European teams to drive operational excellence globally.
- Career Growth and Development with a dynamic and forward-thinking culture.
- Global Influence. Leverage your expertise in managing large-scale, multi-site production operations while working with a company that has a strong global presence and reputation for quality and innovation in medical technology.
- A company where you can Make a Difference. KARL STORZ is committed to improving patient care, and your leadership will help ensure the production of high-quality medical devices that positively impact millions of lives worldwide.
KARL STORZ is seeking a Senior Director of Operations Excellence to lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage multi-site production operations. This leader will drive operational strategies using Lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize productivity, quality, and cost-efficiency. The role also oversees the Operations PMO and collaborates across departments to enhance overall performance.
What you'll be doing:
- Lead and implement operational excellence strategies.
- Oversee multi-department, multi-site operations, ensuring projects meet budget, scope, and timelines.
- Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Shingo principles.
- Manage up to $5M in costs and $20M in revenue.
- Foster a culture of operational excellence and collaboration.
- Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and company standards.
- Travel: up to 25%.
What you need to be considered for this role:
- 10+ years of leadership in manufacturing in a regulated industry (medical device preferred).
- 5+ years managing large-scale, multi-site operations.
- Bachelor’s in engineering or technical discipline (MBA preferred).
- Strong project management, leadership, and communication skills.
- Expertise in Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement.
Who we are:
KARL STORZ is an independent, family-owned company headquartered in Germany’s renowned MedTech manufacturing region. For 80 years, we've pioneered the most groundbreaking innovations in endoscopic surgery, video imaging, and OR integration to benefit patients and healthcare providers alike.
With a footprint on every continent in the world, we pride ourselves on harnessing cutting-edge technology, precise workmanship, and unrivaled customer support. In doing so, we help healthcare facilities manage costs, streamline operations, and deliver position patient outcomes.
It's not just about the tools we create—it’s about the lives we change, together.
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KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.
The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member’s base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.
KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at taoperations@karlstorz.com.
Nearest Major Market: Worcester